Is the word “bold” a term of endearment or is it masked racism?. Its use is common among Latinos in the United States, but its implications have uncovered an intense social debate.
In 2020, when the actress and singer Jennifer López sang: “I will always be your black girl from the Bronx,” in a song with the Colombian singer Maluma, she encountered rejection from some who pointed out that she never mentioned having black roots. Others defended it, claiming that it is a common expression of affection used by different races.